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Anonymous Reporting

UPD provides presentations on sexual assault prevention and
education for men and women. In each case, the presentation can be
formatted to address the specific issues that the group desires.
Presentations may cover topics such as:

UPD stresses consequences of rape for both the victim and the
suspect during presentations to mixed groups. The presentations
include information, such as:

Rape is a crime of violence. No matter how badly you want to
have sex, it is rape without your partner's consent.

The importance of building a relationship based on equality.
Communicate expectations clearly. Both men and women should work
together and respect each other's right to initiate and set
limits.

The importance of rejecting stereotypes that teach men to
regard women as sex objects or that masculinity is based on
dominance and aggression.

Rejecting stereotypes that portray women as passive and
powerless to control their lives.

Reasons to use alcohol responsibly. Remember that if you use
alcohol or drugs, you are still responsible for your
actions.

Recognize and learn to deal with peer pressure. Often sexual
activity is encouraged or expected by peers in order to gain
acceptance to the group. Consider the consequences before you
make such a serious decision.

If you have sex with a person who is incapacitated or unable
to resist or consent (due to alcohol, drugs or unconsciousness)
you are committing a sexual assault.

Alcohol is a common factor in acquaintance rapes. This is
true not only of the victim, but often the offender. It is
important to give special consideration to this issue.